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Shades of the soul

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There are a few reasons why people might be less likely to comment on a **portrait** (vertical) photo compared to a **landscape** (horizontal) one:

 

1. **Viewing Experience** – Many platforms (like Instagram, Twitter, or websites) display landscape photos more naturally without cropping. Portrait photos may get cut off, requiring extra effort to view the full image.

 

2. **Composition and Context** – Landscape photos often capture broader scenes, allowing for more storytelling elements (like nature, cityscapes, or group shots). Portraits focus on a single subject, which might feel more personal, making people hesitant to comment.

 

3. **Emotional Sensitivity** – If the portrait features a person, viewers might feel uncomfortable commenting unless they know the subject personally. They might worry about saying something inappropriate or personal.

 

4. **Engagement Patterns** – People are used to engaging more with wide-angle shots, as they often appear in travel, adventure, or documentary photography, which naturally invites discussion.

 

5. **Social Norms** – Complimenting or critiquing a portrait, especially of a person, might feel more intimate or judgmental than commenting on a landscape, which feels more neutral and widely relatable.

 

 

 

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Uploaded on February 28, 2025
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